CommonSpirit Health and UPMC Sign Letter of Intent
STEUBENVILLE, OH, October 15, 2025 - CommonSpirit Health and UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) have signed a non-binding letter of intent to negotiate an agreement between the two entities that would result in the integration of Trinity Health System, located in Steubenville, Ohio, into the UPMC system. Trinity Health System and UPMC share a vision and commitment to extend and advance services for local patients and the community. For more than 20 years, physicians and other clinical staff at Trinity Health System and UPMC have collaborated in key areas to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, including: ●     A partnership in local cancer treatment which extends UPMC Hillman Cancer Center’s medical oncology services to the local community. This partnership has brought leading-edge cancer expertise and treatment to the area. ●     Advanced orthopedic services, leveraging UPMC's renowned expertise to deliver specialized bone and joint care to our community. In early 2025, CommonSpirit Health and Trinity Health System leadership initiated a search to identify a regional health system that could enhance the services and clinical offerings of Trinity Health System. The intent is to keep high-quality health care sustainable and locally available not only for today, but for the future generations. Over the next several months, both entities will engage in discussions to work towards a definitive agreement, pending customary regulatory review and approvals. Trinity Health System and UPMC leaders hope to complete the affiliation as soon as possible. About CommonSpirit HealthInspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 138 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 160,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $5 billion annually in charity care, community benefits, and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system. Learn more at commonspirit.org. About Trinity Health SystemTrinity Health System, based in Steubenville, Ohio, is a member of CommonSpirit Health, one of the nation’s largest not-for-profit health systems. Guided by a mission to make the healing presence of God known, Trinity provides compassionate, high-quality care throughout the Ohio Valley. With a full network of hospitals, physician practices, and specialty services, Trinity Health System is committed to improving community health with excellence and faith-driven service. About UPMC   UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing affordable, high-quality, value-based care. To learn more, visit UPMC.com. Read the full article
